Do you see a difference between friends and lovers? There is a strong distinction between these things in popular culture. Do you consider lovers to be more intimate than friends? But I said greater love had no man than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. In this statement I describe the magnitude of intensity that is available to those who love as friends. So what is the difference? Romantic love is possessive and exclusive. Friendship love is non-possessive. Can there be confusion in romantic love about whether they want what is best for themselves or best for their partner?

Have you ever been honored? Have you ever been humbled? Have you ever had both experiences at the same time? How can this be? For these are nearly exact opposites. To be honored is to be elevated and to be humbled is to be brought low. If you think that you are not deserving of the recognition given to you then you can feel humbled at being honored. Do you see this as a Kingdom principle? What is the highest honor you could receive? Isn’t it to hear me say, well done thou good and faithful servant? And what is the appropriate reply? We are unprofitable servants who have only done our duty.

Do you think there is such a thing as holy ground? You could make a case for every place since I own it all. Some places are dedicated for worship, but do you think my presence is there in a special way when they are vacant? Do you find my presence when you are alone or with other people? In certain places or anywhere at the right moment? At certain times set aside or at unexpected times? Perhaps you should consider a different perspective, that of holy moments rather than holy ground. These could happen anywhere, at any time.

How good is your vision? Do you find it difficult to make out detail in distant objects? The obvious solution is to move in closer. Everything is easier to see in detail close up. Can you see my image in every person you meet? In some cases this is easy. You may find it obvious in people you admire. What about those you do not? Do you have a natural aversion for them that makes you want to put greater distance between you and them? This will work against my intentions for you and the work I am doing in you.